Editor's Choice: Old San Juan

Old San Juan is defined by its massive stone fortifications and Spanish colonial architecture. This selection features the UNESCO-listed Fuerte San Felipe del Morro and Castillo San Cristóbal, which historically protected the city from sea and land attacks. The route includes the 19th-century Paseo de la Princesa, the Cathedral of San Juan Bautista, and the Cuartel de Ballajá, a former military barracks now housing museums. Also included are the oceanfront Santa María Magdalena de Pazzis Cemetery and the traditional stalls of the Plaza de Mercado, offering insight into local commerce and heritage.